PTI’s request for a March 22 Minar-e-Pakistan demonstration is denied by the LHC.

On March 22, Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) requested permission to hold a public protest at Minar-e-Pakistan; however, the Lahore High Court (LHC) denied their request.

PTI politician Akmal Bari submitted a case, which was heard by Justice Farooq Haider after an objection was raised.

The petitioner argued that PTI intended to hold a rally at Minar-e-Pakistan in accordance with the constitution and law. Despite submitting a request to the administration, no response was received. The petition asked the court to order the authorities to allow the rally.

But according to the LHC Registrar’s Office, the petition ought to have been submitted to the appropriate committee first.

The court upheld the registrar’s objection and dismissed the petition, advising the petitioner to approach the redressal committee. The court further stated that if the committee does not decide on the matter, the petitioner may then approach the court.